Anua HEARTLEAF QUERCETINOL PORE DEEP CLEANSING FOAM 150ML

Values you can trust: 100% Genuine* / Vegan-Friendly* / Cruelty-Free* / FA-Conditional

If you've spent months feeling like nothing gets your pores properly clean in Mauritius' heat, that frustration is real — sweat and sebum production genuinely increase in tropical humidity, and a cleanser that isn't built for it just pushes residue around rather than removing it.

Pros: Real 33.4% Heartleaf extract concentration, low pH that respects the acid mantle, a mild 0.5% BHA dose gentle enough for daily use, dense creamy foam that doesn't feel stripping.

Caveats: Contains added Fragrance (not disclosed as an allergen breakdown), the two brand efficacy tests found in research conflict with each other (98.8% vs 99.5%), and very dry or barrier-compromised skin should use with caution.

In Mauritius heat, the shine and slight griminess you feel by midday is sebum and sweat doing their normal job — not dirt that needs scrubbing away. Washing more than twice a day, or using a harsh alkaline soap, strips the skin's natural acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory oil production, which is the exact oiliness you were trying to fix in the first place.

This cleanser is formulated at approximately pH 5-6, close enough to skin's natural pH to avoid disrupting the acid mantle even with twice-daily use. Its amino-acid surfactant base (Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Coco-Glucoside) foams densely without the high alkalinity of bar soap, so it can break the over-cleansing cycle rather than perpetuate it — provided you stick to twice-daily maximum and follow with a moisturizer.

Classification: YELLOW (14+ with guidance). The 0.5% Salicylic Acid and Capryloyl Salicylic Acid content are real, if mild, chemical exfoliants — prepubescent skin has lower sebum production and doesn't yet need BHA-level pore management, so this isn't necessary before the skin's oil production actually increases (typically puberty onward).

Packaging is adult-marketed, not youth-targeted, so there is no packaging-trap concern here. For younger teens who just want a basic clean face wash, a fragrance-free gentle gel cleanser with no acids is a better starting point.

1. When: AM and/or PM — PM is non-negotiable if you wore sunscreen or makeup that day; AM is optional.
2. How much: A pea-sized amount, worked into a dense foam with water.
3. How: Massage onto damp skin for 30-60 seconds, focusing on the T-zone, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. THIS PRODUCT — cleanse away overnight oil buildup, pea-sized amount, 30-60 seconds.
2. Hydrating toner (optional) — 5-8 drops.
3. Targeted serum (optional) — niacinamide or a dark-spot active if pigmentation is a concern.
4. Moisturizer — lightweight gel-cream.
5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ — non-negotiable.

In Mauritius' humid mornings, a single hydrating toner layer is often enough — humectants like HA and glycerin pull moisture from the humid air itself rather than needing multiple layers.

1. Oil cleanser (double cleanse) — essential if wearing sunscreen or makeup, dissolves lipophilic residue an amino-acid foam alone can't fully remove.
2. THIS PRODUCT — second cleanse, pea-sized amount, 30-60 seconds, rinse thoroughly.
3. Exfoliant lane (1-3x/week, optional) — a separate BHA/AHA toner, on non-consecutive nights only.
4. Hydrating/soothing serum.
5. Moisturizer.

This product is not a skin-cycling anchor active itself (it's a rinse-off cleanser with a mild 0.5% BHA), but if you also run a separate leave-on exfoliant, keep that on its own night — don't treat this cleanser's BHA as your "acid night."

Technique: Dispense onto wet hands, work into a dense foam, and massage — do not rub aggressively, as friction increases irritation risk with any BHA-containing formula.

60-Second Rule: Keep the foam on skin for 30-60 seconds of massage time before rinsing — this gives the surfactants and BHA adequate contact time to do their job without needing to leave it on longer.

Required skin state: Damp skin, either AM or PM. Hands vs. cotton pad: use hands — hands deliver 100% of product, cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40%.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: viscosity ladder runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if going outdoors. Default amounts: watery toner 5-8 drops, serum 2-3 drops or 1 pump, eye product ½ rice-grain per eye, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size, sunscreen 2-finger rule for face. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) Rinse/Gentle Cleanse — optional; (2) pH-prep toner — optional; (3) Hydrating toner layers (1-3) — optional; (4) Essence — optional; (5) Mist — optional; (6) Booster/soothing serum — optional; (7) Antioxidant lane (choose one) — optional; (8) Pigment support lane (choose one) — optional; (9) Hydration serum lane — optional; (10) Oil-control/sebum-regulating lane (choose one) — optional; (11) Peptides/repair lane — optional; (12) Eye serum/cream — optional; (13) Moisturizer; (14) Optional sealing layer — only if dry/AC; (15) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ — non-negotiable; (16) Lip SPF — optional. In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) Micellar pre-cleanse — optional; (2) Oil cleanser/balm — if SPF/makeup; (3) Water cleanser (THIS PRODUCT sits here) — second cleanse; (4) pH-prep toner — optional; (5) Hydrating toner layers — optional; (6) Essence — optional; (7) Soothing/barrier serum — optional; (8) Anchor treatment product — bold placement; (9) Targeted serum — optional, only if non-conflicting; (10) Moisturizer; (11) Sleeping mask — optional; (12) Occlusive seal — optional; (13) Spot treatment/patch — as needed; (14) Lip sleeping mask — optional. Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

As a rinse-off cleanser, this product occupies the very first rung of any routine — before every leave-on layer, water-phase or oil-phase alike. Its job is to clear the canvas, not to layer with anything.

This is a water-phase formula (surfactant-and-water base) with no oil-phase or silicone-phase components of note — it rinses away completely rather than leaving a film, so it has no phase-compatibility implications for what follows it.

Purging vs. Reaction: Purging (from the mild BHA) occurs in your usual breakout areas, stays surface-level, and resolves within 4-6 weeks. A reaction — new areas, burning, hives, swelling — means stop immediately, this is not purging.

Before starting this product, your routine should already include a basic moisturizer and, if used in the morning, a daily sunscreen. Without these foundations, a BHA-containing cleanser can leave skin under-supported even at this mild a dose.

If your skin stings on moisturizer or feels tight within 30 minutes of any cleanse, your barrier is below threshold — start with a fragrance-free, acid-free cleanser like the Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Gentle Gel Cleanser 150ml first.

Excess sebum and oiliness: the amino-acid surfactant base lifts oil without the alkaline residue that triggers rebound oiliness. Clogged pores and congestion: 0.5% Salicylic Acid plus Capryloyl Salicylic Acid (an oil-soluble BHA derivative) works inside the pore lining to loosen sebum plugs. Redness and irritation: 33.4% Houttuynia Cordata Extract and 1% Quercetin are both documented anti-inflammatory botanicals that calm the skin during the cleanse itself.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pore size (pores don't have muscles to contract; only appearance of congestion improves), and it cannot resolve active cystic acne or hormonal breakouts on its own — those need a full routine and, for persistent cases, a dermatologist.

• Oil cleanser (first step): Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml — dissolves sunscreen/makeup before this foam finishes the job. PM only.
• Soothing toner: Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner 250ml — replenishes hydration immediately after cleansing with the same Heartleaf actives. AM/PM.
• Dark-spot serum: Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml — targets post-acne marks this cleanser's exfoliation helps surface. AM/PM.
• Daily SPF: Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream 50ml — lightweight, non-comedogenic finish that won't re-clog freshly cleansed pores. AM.

Pilling pairs: none — as a rinse-off product, it does not remain on skin to interact with later layers.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

One Active Lane per routine: this cleanser's 0.5% BHA is mild enough that it usually doesn't count as your "active lane" for the day, but if you also use a separate leave-on BHA/AHA toner, don't stack the two thinking you're doubling benefit — you're doubling exfoliation load instead.

× Retinoids: using this cleanser in the AM and a retinoid PM is fine (different products, different times, rinsed off long before the retinoid goes on). Do not apply a leave-on BHA toner right after this cleanse on the same night you're also using a retinoid — pick one exfoliation lane per night.

× Duplicate actives: if you already use a leave-on BHA/AHA product, this cleanser's BHA is additive, not separate — reduce the leave-on product's frequency slightly rather than stacking full-strength doses of both.

Barrier override: if moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, pause all leave-on actives and use this cleanser (or a gentler substitute) alone with barrier support for 3-7 days.

Template A — AM/PM Split (most common): AM — this cleanser → moisturizer → SPF. PM — oil cleanser → this cleanser → leave-on treatment lane → moisturizer.

Template C — Alternate-Night Protocol (if also running a separate leave-on exfoliant): Mon/Wed/Fri — leave-on BHA/AHA toner PM. Tue/Thu/Sat/Sun — this cleanser alone, no additional exfoliant.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — the mild BHA in this cleanser helps keep that swelling-and-trapping cycle from compounding daily.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which increases sebum production and can worsen inflammatory acne — a cleanse that's both anti-inflammatory (Heartleaf, Quercetin) and non-stripping matters more during high-stress periods, not less, since a harsh cleanser on top of cortisol-driven inflammation compounds redness rather than calming it.

MYTH: "A cleanser that doesn't feel squeaky-clean isn't working." REALITY: squeaky-clean is alkaline damage to your acid mantle, not a sign of thoroughness — this foam is designed to clean without that sensation.

MYTH: "More frequent cleansing controls oil better." REALITY: over-cleansing triggers compensatory sebum production; twice-daily maximum is the ceiling, not the floor to push past.

Hard water note: Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; hard water can leave a calcium-stearate film after any cleanse that causes tightness. Follow with a hydrating toner to help counteract that residue, regardless of season.

*Concentration figures for Houttuynia Cordata Powder and Salicylic Acid come from retailer marketing copy rather than a directly-verified brand lab document — treated as brand-stated, medium confidence.

Full INCI List: Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Quercetin, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Water, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sodium Chloride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salicylic Acid, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Butylene Glycol, Lecithin, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Potassium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-67, Houttuynia Cordata Powder, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Fragrance, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA.

*The extensive Hyaluronic Acid complex (8 distinct forms) sits below the estimated 1% line — present for a hydration-support marketing angle rather than as a primary hydrating active; its inclusion is real but likely at a supportive, not headline, concentration.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol, Potassium Benzoate, and Ethylhexylglycerin — a modern, paraben-free preservative-booster combination common across the Anua line.

Fragrance status: Synthetic Fragrance (Parfum) — listed plainly as "Fragrance" near the end of the INCI with no component breakdown disclosed.

Scent: described in available retailer copy as a light, fresh, subtly herbal scent.

*Based on brand-declared INCI. The term "Fragrance" in the INCI list may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free — no denatured or drying alcohol appears in the declared INCI.

Halal status: Halal-Friendly*. *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

Vegan status: Vegan-Friendly*. *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification by The Vegan Society or equivalent body.

Cruelty-free status: Brand-stated, uncertified. *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit — Anua does not appear on PETA's cruelty-free database or Leaping Bunny's registry as of this research.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — Polyquaternium-67 and Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate are water-soluble conditioning/texturizing agents, not solid microplastic particles.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence found of Korean MFDS Functional Cosmetic registration for this product.

Clinical evidence: the brand cites a single-use pore-cleansing efficacy test, though two conflicting figures were found across sources (98.8% on one listing, 99.5% on Anua's own US site) — presented here as brand-published, Marketing-Only*, not independently reconciled or verified.

*Clinical evidence is brand-published with no public dataset, sample size, or methodology disclosed for independent verification.

Separately, the brand also cites a 2-week test showing 17.46% reduced acne severity and 49.98% reduced sebum — same caveat applies: brand-published, not independently verified.

Reformulation note: INCIDecoder maintains a separate "(Renewal)" listing for this exact product title, and prior marketing referenced an "enhanced blend of Hyaluronic Acids and Betaine Salicylate" — however, Betaine Salicylate does not appear in the most current INCI sourced for this research (only Capryloyl Salicylic Acid and Salicylic Acid do). This discrepancy is noted rather than resolved; the fuller, more recent INCI list is used throughout this description.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Glyceryl Stearate SE and Lecithin are present and flagged by some FA-safety trackers as conditional feeding esters; the short contact time of a rinse-off cleanser meaningfully reduces (but does not fully eliminate) that risk. Patch test if you have a confirmed fungal-acne tendency.

Assessment: None. As a rinse-off product, this cleanser is fully removed from skin before any other product is applied, so it cannot pill with subsequent layers.

Color baseline: a pale, off-white to cream paste. A yellowing or brown tint, or a sour/off smell, signals oxidation or spoilage — discard if either appears.

Storage: keep the tube out of direct sun and away from prolonged bathroom heat/humidity buildup, which can accelerate degradation of the botanical extracts over time.

Spoilage signs: separation that doesn't remix, a sour smell, or a color shift — when in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply a pea-sized amount to your inner forearm, wait 24 hours; if clear, test behind the ear for another 24 hours before full facial use.

72-hour barrier reset (if adverse reaction): STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF. No acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care.

Top mistakes: (1) using it as a sole makeup remover instead of the second step of a double cleanse; (2) cleansing more than twice daily chasing extra oil control; (3) skipping moisturizer afterward because skin "feels clean enough"; (4) using hot water, which strips more lipid barrier than the surfactants alone; (5) over-massaging past 60 seconds hoping for a deeper clean.

Overuse threshold: maximum twice daily — exceeding this does not produce faster results, it produces barrier damage and rebound oiliness.

At a pea-sized amount (~0.5ml) per wash, the 150ml tube provides roughly 300 uses once-daily or roughly 150 uses twice-daily. Using more than a pea-sized amount per wash shortens this without improving the clean — correct dosage extends product life without sacrificing results.

Reorder when the tube is about a quarter full, to allow shipping time before you run out.

Building a pore-focused routine around this cleanser starts with removing what's already sitting in the pore, then supporting the skin so the BHA doesn't over-work a dry or reactive barrier.

AM: (1) This cleanser, pea-sized, 30-60s → (2) Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner, 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s → (3) Anua Niacinamide 10%+TXA 4% Serum, 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s → (4) moisturizer → (5) Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream, 2-finger rule.

PM: (1) Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, emulsify first → (2) this cleanser, pea-sized, 30-60s → (3) toner → (4) moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: switch to PM-only use and pair with the Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Gentle Gel Cleanser in the AM instead.

If you're in the luteal phase and breaking out along the jawline: keep twice-daily use through this window rather than reducing frequency — this is when the mild BHA is doing the most work against progesterone-driven pore swelling.

Stock-true bundle — Pore-Clearing Routine: this cleanser + Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner + Anua Niacinamide 10%+TXA 4% Serum + Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream — same Heartleaf-line actives throughout, minimizing conflicting ingredient philosophies.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If your priority is a more aggressively active acne-fighting cleanse: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA Foam 125ml pairs BHA with Tea Tree and Centella for more targeted inflammatory-acne support (currently low stock — check availability). If your priority is maximum gentleness over active exfoliation: ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser 150ml is a hydration-first, acid-free foaming cleanser. If you want to stay in the Anua line but drop the BHA entirely: Anua 8 Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Gentle Gel Cleanser 150ml is fragrance-forward hydration with no exfoliating acid.

Full ingredient specifics for the SKIN1004 and Round Lab alternatives were not independently re-researched in this pass — the comparison above is stated at the verified catalog-listing/positioning level, not a detailed INCI-to-INCI comparison.

Choose Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam over ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser if you need real pore-decongesting exfoliation: this product's 0.5% Salicylic Acid actually works inside the pore, where Dokdo's positioning is hydration-first with no disclosed acid content.

Upgrade triggers (IF/THEN): If you have visible blackheads/whiteheads on the nose and chin, THEN this product's BHA content addresses that where a plain hydrating foam won't. If you're using a separate active serum and want your cleanser to stay in a supporting role only, THEN Dokdo or the Anua 8 HA Cleanser is the safer choice instead. If your barrier currently stings on moisturizer, THEN do not upgrade to this product yet — repair barrier first with an acid-free cleanser.

Timing and lane compatibility: works AM or PM as a rinse-off step; does not occupy a "lane" the way a leave-on active does, but its BHA still counts toward your total daily acid exposure if you're also using leave-on exfoliants.

Don't upgrade if: your barrier is currently compromised; you're new to BHA-anything and want to start gentler; you already run a strong leave-on BHA/AHA and don't need more exfoliation from your cleanser.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, THIS is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: deep-cleansing oily/congested pores with a mild BHA assist. You do NOT need this if you already own another BHA-containing cleanser you haven't finished — finish your current product before purchasing.

Check your shelf for an open cleanser with a similar active profile; with a 12-month PAO, buying a second bottle while the first is still viable is unnecessary waste.

Stacking assessment: Marginal Benefit if you already own a different BHA cleanser (same mechanism, different brand); Significant Benefit if your current cleanser has no acid content and you specifically need pore-decongesting help.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Genuine tubes carry a printed batch code and expiration date in a mix of Korean and English. If you have any doubt about a specific unit, contact us on WhatsApp with a photo before use.

Brand: Anua. Parent Company: The Founders Inc., a Korean beauty brand incubator. Founded: 2019. Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea. Hero Product: the Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner.

Anua is built around dermatological-ingredient, sensitive-skin-first formulas, with Houttuynia Cordata (Heartleaf) as its signature soothing ingredient across multiple product lines. The brand has reported over 40 million units sold globally and expanded distribution into all Ulta Beauty US stores by 2025. Whether Anua manufactures in-house or through a Korean ODM/OEM contract manufacturer could not be independently confirmed.

A WebSearch aggregation of iHerb reviews describes this product as gentle but thorough, with a light foamy texture that rinses off easily without drying skin out — one reviewer specifically used it every other day on acne-prone, sensitive skin without issues.

No dedicated Reddit thread (r/AsianBeauty, r/SkincareAddiction) for this exact SKU was located in this research pass, and no individually-dated, attributable review quotes could be independently verified — so none are stated here as fact. Community reviews specific to individual complaint patterns for this exact product were not yet available in our research at the time of writing.

Sustainability: the tube is recyclable where local Mauritius facilities accept soft plastics; check local guidelines before recycling.

Can this remove makeup on its own? No — use it as the second step of a double cleanse after an oil-based cleanser for full makeup and sunscreen removal.

Is this suitable for dry skin? Not ideally — it's formulated for oily/combination/acne-prone skin; dry skin may find it too exfoliating and should consider a cream or milk cleanser instead.

Does the Heartleaf powder feel scratchy? No — it's finely milled and described in retailer copy as creamy and smooth, not gritty.

How often should I use it? Up to twice daily; if you have combination or sensitive-leaning skin, PM-only is often more comfortable.

Is it fragrance-free? No — it contains added Fragrance (Parfum) with no disclosed allergen breakdown; patch test if you're fragrance-sensitive.

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)

An oil-soluble exfoliant, like Salicylic Acid, that penetrates into pores to clear sebum and dead skin cells.

Houttuynia Cordata (Heartleaf)

A plant extract known for anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, often used to calm acne-prone and sensitive skin.

Quercetin

An antioxidant flavonoid found in Heartleaf, supporting its anti-inflammatory effect.

INCI

The standardized naming system for ingredients on cosmetic labels.

MFDS

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, which classifies cosmetics as General or Functional.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) surface film that protects against bacteria and moisture loss.

Purging

A temporary increase in breakouts in usual acne areas as an active speeds up cell turnover, distinct from an allergic reaction.

PAO

Period After Opening — the number of months a product remains safe/effective once opened, usually shown as a jar icon with a number.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: oily, combination, and acne-prone skin dealing with congested pores and excess shine in Mauritius' humid climate, who want a real (if mild) BHA assist rather than a purely cosmetic wash.

Key benefits: a genuinely high 33.4% Heartleaf extract concentration, a low pH that respects the acid mantle, a brand-stated 0.5% BHA gentle enough for daily use, and a dense foam that cleans without the tight, stripped feeling of harsher options.

Keep in mind: it contains added Fragrance with no allergen breakdown disclosed, the brand's own efficacy figures conflict across sources (stated plainly rather than resolved), and very dry or barrier-compromised skin should approach with caution or choose a gentler alternative.

Hard water interaction: as a cleanser, this product is the step most affected by Mauritius' regionally variable hard water — a calcium-stearate film can form after any rinse-off cleanse regardless of the cleanser's own formula, leaving a tight sensation that isn't the product's fault. A hydrating toner immediately after cleansing helps counteract that residue.